Q&A: How big is the new library?

How big is it? The new library will be 9,770 square feet. The size was also determined by careful consideration of how much we can afford, our year round population, and the size of similarAlaskan libraries such as Haines and the recommended standard for a community the size of Petersburg. The size of the facility strikes a balance between escalating library use and trends toward digital media and wireless internet.The new public library will be approximately three times the size of the current library allowing for a 20% expansion in collections. A glassed-off area for children will keep the rest of the library quiet during kids’ activities. A teen-gathering area and more quiet reading spaces throughout are planned. Click here to view the floor plan.